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What are the different types of micro/nano on-chip energy storage devices?

Three kinds of micro/nano on-chip energy storage devices are introduced in this section: single nanowire electrochemical devices, individual nanosheet electrochemical devices, and on-chip supercapacitors. The demand for miniature energy storage devices increases their application potential.

Can microchips make electronic devices more energy efficient?

In the ongoing quest to make electronic devices ever smaller and more energy efficient, researchers want to bring energy storage directly onto microchips, reducing the losses incurred when power is transported between various device components.

Are on-chip micro/nano devices useful in energy conversion and storage?

On-chip micro/nano devices haven’t been widely applied in the field of energy conversion and storage despite their potential. This may be attributed to the complex configurations of energy devices and the immature theoretical models.

How effective is on-chip energy storage?

To be effective, on-chip energy storage must be able to store a large amount of energy in a very small space and deliver it quickly when needed – requirements that can’t be met with existing technologies.

Can 3D structures be used for on-chip energy storage?

The high Coulombic efficiency over hundreds of cycles makes the utilization of such 3D structures even more promising for on-chip energy storage. The a -Si anodes fabricated in coaxial pillars and Swiss-roll structures are promising alternatives in semiconductor processing technology.

Why do we need reliable on-chip energy and power sources?

With the general trend of miniaturization of electronic devices especially for the Internet of Things (IoT) and implantable medical applications, there is a growing demand for reliable on-chip energy and power sources.